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EF17 EBL

2017 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,209 mi
Last recorded53,209 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF17 EBL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 53,209 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (nail in tread) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm ( worn on inner edge ) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jul 2026 53,209 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (nail in tread) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm ( worn on inner edge ) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 46,571 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 42,005 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 36,272 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2022 29,795 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2021 23,990 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 19,439 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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EF17 EBL is a 2017 Ford Focus in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 42,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EF17 EBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 9 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF17 EBL registered?

EF17 EBL is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 May 2017.

Is EF17 EBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF17 EBL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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